At least two people have died and 10 others were injured after a car rammed into a crowd in Caen, northern France. Police say one suspect has been arrested following a reported fight at a nearby bar.
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Key facts
- Two people were killed and 10 others hurt in the incident, according to the BBC.
- The crash took place in Caen, northern France.
- One suspect has been arrested, police said.
- The arrest followed a reported fight at a nearby bar, according to the BBC.
At least two people have died and 10 others were injured after a car rammed into a crowd in the northern French city of Caen, according to the BBC.
Police said one suspect was arrested following the incident, which came after a reported fight at a nearby bar, the BBC reported.
Early reporting from the BBC initially indicated at least one person had died before the confirmed toll rose to two dead and 10 hurt.
No further details about the identities of those killed or injured, or the circumstances that led to the crash, have been made available in the sources reviewed.
Authorities have not publicly outlined the condition of the injured or the status of the arrested suspect beyond confirming the arrest. The cause of the crash has not been established in the sources reviewed.
This is a developing story and further details may emerge as officials release additional information.
Why it matters
An incident in which a vehicle strikes a crowd raises immediate concerns about public safety in busy areas. With a suspect in custody, questions remain over what caused the crash, though the sources do not yet indicate a motive.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the car crash into the crowd?
The incident took place in Caen, in northern France, according to the BBC.
How many people were killed or injured?
The BBC reported that two people died and 10 others were hurt in the incident.
Has anyone been arrested?
Yes. Police said one suspect was arrested following the incident, which came after a reported fight at a nearby bar.
Timeline
- Two dead and 10 hurt after car rams into crowd in northern France
BBC World: A suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.
- At least one dead after car crashes into crowd in northern France
BBC World: One suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.